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Retiree finds rewarding second act volunteering at Mansfield hospital
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· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The 77-year-old Arlington resident was nominated for an award highlighting community heroes in Tarrant County.
A local retiree has found a new sense of purpose through volunteering at a hospital. After 38 years at a diesel engine company, she began looking for new opportunities. She started volunteering at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center and has since accumulated thousands of service hours.
Her dedication to the hospital has earned her recognition. The 77-year-old Arlington resident was nominated for an award highlighting community heroes in Tarrant County. Further details about her volunteering work and the recognition she received are available from the Fort Worth Report.
The hospital's president praised her commitment to supporting staff and elevating patient care, citing her as an exemplary example of community service.
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Category: government Published: July 20, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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